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FITori fave recipe | Ginger Chili Chicken Stir Fry

October 21, 2010 recipes October 21, 2010

This recipe is FULL OF FLAVOR! I’m actually making it AGAIN this week (made it last week). We doubled the chicken and sauce and it only lasted 2 dinners and 1 lunch for the hubby. So, it went FAST! I think I’ll triple it…all of it…including the veggies next time b/c we were fighting over the veggies! Check out this post and the comments section for tips on handling chili peppers! And check out the recipe below…. Ingredients 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil (divided) 1 Pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch squares 2 Tablespoons freshed minced 1 fresh Serrano chili, seeded and sliced into strips 1 medium onion, halved lengthwise and sliced into strips 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and julienned 1 ...

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FITori fave recipe | Crockpot Beef Stew

October 13, 2010 recipes October 13, 2010

This is a new favorite. I have a bowl beside me now while I write this post! I have gone back for seconds and thirds of this every time I start! Sorry for the slacking on posting these last few days. We’ve been getting LOT done in the kitchen….almost done! And, I’ve been studying for an exam that started 2 minutes ago! Only a month left of my Masters! So close I can taste it! Check out the recipe…. Ingredients 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 2 lb rump roast, cut in 1″ cubes 2 cups hearty red wine 1/2 tbsp salt 1/8 tsp freshly ground pepper 1 cup onion, chopped 1 cup carrots, chopped 2 cloves garlic 2 cups beef stock 1 bay leaf 1 ...

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now-that-you-know-what-a-lentil-is recipe | Lentil Stew

October 8, 2010 recipes October 8, 2010

I posted this morning on “What the heck is a LENTIL?” because I didn’t know and the info on the bag scared me! So, I figured if it was new to me, it might be new to you and I’d share. I also put in that post that my PICKY hubby said “I like lentils” after eating this stew. *grin-from-ear-to-ear* And, he said “thanks for keeping me healthy.” *heart melting* That’s what the woman of the house is supposed to do, right?! So, check it out. It worked. As I type this my Beef Stew made w/ red wine (I know, right?!) is ready and the timer is beeping…must run! I doubled this recipe. Maybe not my smartest moment after choosing the pot I did. ...

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I don’t have time to eat healthy | bologna…grill it!

October 7, 2010 get lean October 7, 2010

This is our grill. It gets used…a LOT! Can you tell?! When we are too tired to cook. We grill. When we are trying to lose weight. We grill. When we don’t realize that the freezer in our garage was off for 2 days and we have to cook POUNDS of meat at once. We grill. :) A few people have mentioned to me lately (and for years) that they are too busy to eat healthy and find new healthy recipes. BOLOGNA!!! (No, don’t eat it!) All you need is… a grill. [ an indoor Foreman will work if you don't have outdoor space] seasonings. [there are hundreds to choose from! experiment!] meat. [preferrably lean...chicken or fish!] sides. [try a salad, or pop in the ...

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recipe | lemon walnut chicken [salad]

October 6, 2010 recipes October 6, 2010

I ran out of parsley. Oops. I subbed cilantro which I am not too crazy about but the recipe still worked! I have had it on top of my salads the last few days and I’m loving it! I use a TON of dark green lettuce, some Greek salad seasoning, sometimes some onion and raw broccoli chopped, a sprinkle of cheese and a balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Confession: I had it yesterday at 1:00pm for lunch and then I had the exact same thing again at 4:00pm for my next meal! Ingredients 2 T very finely chopped parsley 2 T very finely chopped toasted walnuts 1/4 t finely grated lemon zest 4 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness 2 t flour (I ...

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recipe | Grilled Tilapia w/ lemon basil vinaigrette & capers

October 4, 2010 recipes October 4, 2010

Trying new things is important, especially when starting to eat healthy and exploring new, healthy foods. Ingredients 3 Tbsp lemon juice 3 Tbsp minced fresh basil, divided (2 & 1) 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp capers, drained (I used more) 1/2 tsp grated lemon peel 4 tilapia fillets (6 oz each) 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper Directions For vinaigrette, in a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, 2 T basil, olive oil, garlic, capers and lemon peel; set aside 2 T for sauce. Sprinkle fillets with salt and pepper. Brush both sides of fillets with remaining vinaigrette. If grilling the fish, coat grill rack with cooking spray [or olive oil] before starting the grill. [Read my article on cooking ...